Dan Boaz

Dan Boaz

AirFreight.com

Greater Los Angeles Area

Current
Past
Education
  • College of the Canyons
  • UPS Management Training
Recommended
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Connections
500+ connections
Industry
Logistics and Supply Chain
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Dan Boaz’s Summary

C-LEVEL EXECUTIVE: MARKETING, SALES & OPERATIONS


Boaz’s industry knowledge, strong work ethic, organizational skills and emphasis on integrity, confidentiality and strong personal relationships enables him to provide Executive Recruiting services exclusively for the Freight Forwarding and Logistics Industry. Boaz believes that the Expedited Freight Industry is always changing and that well-managed organizations require talented executives and employees, who can successfully manage and adapt to change - in order to gain new sales, improve operations and drive more profits.

• Accomplished Entrepreneur and Executive Leader with a strong portfolio of successes orchestrating the start-up, growth, and optimization of diverse businesses within online services, Transportation & Logistics, and Executive Recruiting, Competitive Branding, Franchising, and Growing a Company from an Idea to Reality.

• Orchestrated “Key” Brand Marketing Campaign by elevating an Industry website to “The Most Powerful Air Freight Domains on the Internet”, resulting in AirFreight.com to # 1 on Google and Yahoo.

Dan Boaz’s Specialties:

Development of a Fast Growth Company in a Highly Competitive and Established Marketplace

• Development of a Fast Paced Company

• Generating Company PR and Awareness

• A Significant Asset to an Emerging Company

• Developed a Franchise Business from Start-up

• Fueled Organizational Growth

• Disciplined and Results Driven Leader

• Spearheaded Training & Development

• Developing Strategic Business Alliances

Dan Boaz’s Experience

  • President

    Ventura Express

    (Privately Held; Logistics and Supply Chain industry)

    January 2009 — Present (7 months)

    Ventura Express is a Green Transportation Company that delivers complete transportation solutions including Domestic, International, Air, Ocean, LTL and Expedited freight delivery. Our qualified and dedicated team ensures that your critical shipping needs are met with utmost professionalism and integrity. This enables you to focus on your core business while we handle the shipment process.

    At Ventura Express you can talk to a live person throughout the delivery progression or view it seamlessly through our web-based integrated technology. We can address your shipment challenges and work to implement the proper supply chain solution that meets your individual needs. Ventura Express will provide competitive rates, unparalleled customer service and a strong commitment to the environment.

  • Founder

    AirFreight.com

    (Privately Held; Logistics and Supply Chain industry)

    December 2006 — Present (2 years 8 months)

    Dan Boaz heads up the leading Air Freight & Logistics Domain GlobalLogistics.com. Background includes over 20 years of successful transportation experience, most recently as President. Dedicated to providing customer value. Boaz’s industry knowledge, strong work ethic, organizational skills and emphasis on integrity, confidentiality and strong personal relationships.

    Major Contributions:

    • Optimized services by spearheading expert selection of industry specific candidates.

    • Enhanced branding and search engine optimization resulting in # 1 ranking on Google and Yahoo.

    • Streamlined staffing processes and enhanced service by introducing new web based processes and procedures.

    • Number “1” Recruiter Air Freight Industry. (#1 Google, #1 Yahoo, #1 MSN and #1 Linkedin)

  • President / Founder

    Vital Express

    (Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Transportation/Trucking/Railroad industry)

    May 1997 — December 2006 (9 years 8 months)

    Transportation and Logistics Company. Orchestrated company start-up and growth with a highly recognized and well developed brand. Responsible for overall management of business, corporate development, marketing and operations.

    Major Contributions:

    • Fueled revenue growth from start up to multimillion dollar company.

    • Developed Franchising Program from inception to roll-out.

    • Orchestrated company marketing plan to elevate corporate visibility within a highly competitive market.

    • Acquisition of the Company

  • District Manager

    Associated Air Freight

    (Logistics and Supply Chain industry)

    November 1994 — January 1997 (2 years 3 months)

    Brought in to effectively turn-around the company’s “High Profile” station to reduce turnover, increase sales and successfully motivate the personnel. Strategically placed key management in key position for quick results.

    Major Contributions:

    • Successful turnaround of District Management, Employees and the "Brand Image" of the LAX Terminal.

    • Increased Local Sales to Record Breaking Month @ $1.2 Million.

    • Rebrand Company’s Image to "Associated Global Systems".

    • Turned the LAX Station into the # 1 Company owned station in the system.

  • Industrial Engineer

    UPS - United Parcel Service

    (Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; UPS; Transportation/Trucking/Railroad industry)

    October 1985 — August 1994 (8 years 11 months)

    As a young UPS driver, rapidly promoted into management and became the youngest Full-time Supervisor in the company. Groomed into various positions before being promoted to a Industrial Engineer.

    Major Contributions

    • Industrial Engineer working with underperforming divisions to increase productivity and to reduce turnover.

    • Ranked as a Top producing Operations Supervisor.

    • Served on "Team MBC" Management By Commitment. (Working with least best operations).

    • Received Top Reviews by Senior Management.

Dan Boaz’s Education

  • College of the Canyons

  • UPS Management Training

    Business Management

    • Industrial and Management Engineering

    • Time and Motion Studies

    • Labor Relations

    • People Skills

    • Supervisors Basic Training


    GENERAL EDUCATION

    College of the Canyons

    Pasadena City College

    United States Navy Veteran

    Fire Fighter Academy -Mitchell Community College

    North Carolina Concealed Weapon Permit

    Activities and Societies:
    Lake Norman Volunteer Fire Fighter

Additional Information

Dan Boaz’s Websites:

Dan Boaz’s Interests:

Business Networking Building Companies and People Developing Strong Company Brands Lake Norman Volunteer Firefighter Martial Arts

Dan Boaz’s Groups:

Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals
International Air Transport Association (IATA)
North Carolina State Firemen's Association
US Navy Veteran

  •    Air Freight
  •    Global Logistics www.GlobalLogistics.com
  •    Supply Chain Network
  •    Air Freight Recruiter
  •    Young Professionals in Transportation (YPT)
  •    Cooper Industries
  •    Firefighter, Rescue & EMS Network
  •    Ventura Express
  •    Air Charter
  •    Rail Freight Transport
  •    Hot Shot Delivery
  •    LTL Freight
  •    Expedited Freight

Dan Boaz’s Honors:

HONORS & AWARDS

“Business of the Year”
Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce

Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition
Congressman Howard P. “Buck” McKeon

Certificate of Recognition
California State Senate - Senator Tom McClintock
California State Senate - Senator William J. “Pete” Knight
California State Assembly - Keith Richman, 38th Assembly District

Commendation
County of Los Angeles
Michael D. Antonovich, Supervisor 5th District

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